An incredibly rare opportunity to rent a detached 3 bedroom bungalow in the heart of Bodmin Moor amid unspoiled countryside, yet within 1 mile of the A30 dual carriageway. "A" rated for energy efficiency with solar panels, heat pump and radiators throughout. Exceptional views encompassing farmland, moorland and the upper reaches of the River Fowey valley. Large boarded loft space. Enclosed private gardens. Pet considered.

Situation
Valley View, Bolventor, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7TW

Valley View is situated amid unspoiled countryside at the heart of Bodmin Moor, yet is within 1 mile of the A30 dual carriageway at Bolventor. Ideal for commuting with approximate local drivetimes of - Bodmin: 9 miles / 10 minutes; Launceston: 11 miles / 12 minutes; Truro 35 miles / 40 minutes; Exeter 51 miles / 51 minutes.

The Property
Valley View represents an incredibly rare opportunity to rent a detached 3 bedroom bungalow in the heart of Bodmin Moor amid unspoiled countryside, yet within 1 mile of the A30 dual carriageway. The property was constructed circa 2006 and has undergone a refurbishment in 2023 including repainting, new carpets, and the installation of a new heating system. The property is now "Grade A" rated for energy efficiency, complete with solar panels, heat pump and radiators throughout. There is a large boarded loft space providing further useful storage space.

The bungalow is faced with attractive dressed stone and a slate roof, and situated within its own grounds. There are truly exceptional views encompassing the surrounding farmland, moorland and the upper reaches of the River Fowey valley. Whilst the property is located at the heart of Bodmin Moor in unspoiled countryside, the A30 dual carriage is only 1 mile away hidden from view behind the hill, giving excellent access to the surrounding area, wider County and beyond.

The accommodation briefly comprises: -

PVC frame double glazed patio doors to:

Kitchen (16' 2" x 12' 11") with 2 no. PVC frame double glazed windows giving far reaching countryside views down through the upper reaches of the valley of the River Fowey, tiled floor, radiator, Vaillant thermostat control for heat pump unit, ceiling spotlights, fully fitted kitchen, stainless steel double sink, drainer and mixer tap, Rangemaster electric range oven with grill and five plate induction hob, extractor hood;

Utility/Boot Room (8' 9" x 8' 6") dual aspect with PVC frame double glazed window and 2 no. PVC frame double glazed external doors, radiator, hatch to loft, tiled floor, fitted wall and base units with worktops over, plumbing connection for washing machine;

WC (4' 6" x 4' 6") with tiled walls and floor, PVC frame double glazed window, extractor fan, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, heated towel rail;

Boot Room (11' 10" x 9' 9") with up-and-over garage door, concrete floor, electric strip light, water tap, water filtration unit for private water supply;

Office (9' 9" x 5' 9") with PVC frame double glazed window, tiled floor, radiator, main telephone socket;

Internal Hallway with 2 no. radiators, PVC frame double glazed door, loft hatch, Vaillant thermostat control, carpeted floor, airing cupboard housing Vaillant unvented hot water cylinder and air source heat pump unit;

Sitting Room (24' 3" x 13' 3") with 2 no. PVC frame double glazed windows, carpeted floor, 2 no. radiators, BT master socket, integrated multi fuel stove;

Bathroom (9' 2" x 7' 7") with PVC frame double glazed window, carpeted floor, panelled bath, WC, wash hand basin, radiator, shower cubicle with mains shower;

Bedroom 1 (12' 11" x 11' 7") with PVC frame double glazed widow, radiator, carpeted floor;

Bedroom 2 (10' 7" x 10' 4") with PVC frame double glazed window, radiator, carpeted floor;

Bedroom 3 (14' 5" x 9' 7") dual aspect with 2 no. PVC frame double glazed windows, radiator, carpeted floor;

Large Loft (approx 42' x 16') accessed via loft ladder from Hallway. Timber boarded floor providing a large and useful storage space, with 3 no. Velux rooflights and electric lights.

Outside

The property is approached from the public highway via a hard surfaced entrance track leading to the gated entrance to the property grounds. The bungalow is surrounded by lawned garden with some planting, and a surfaced parking and turning area. Exceptional and far reaching countryside views over the surrounding moorland, pasture land, and the upper reaches of the valley of the River Fowey.

Agent's Notes
UTILITIES / SERVICES:
Mains electricity supply with roof mounted PV solar panels and a heat pump central heating system with radiators throughout the property.

Private water and drainage - fixed all-inclusive charge of £50 per month for water and drainage

Landline and broadband connections. 5g mobile signal.

Costs for utilities are the responsibility of the Tenant.

PETS: Pets considered, subject to details.

SMOKING: No Smoking.

COUNCIL TAX: The property falls with Cornwall Council Tax Band "C" for the Parish of Altarnun
The 2023/2024 charge is understood to be £1,864.15 (£155.35 PCM) for which the Tenant will be responsible.

EPC RATING: "GRADE A" (97) - an exceptionally good energy efficiency score in the most efficient band available.

TENANCY: Available to let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial term of 6 months.

APPLICATIONS: (Lodge and Thomas do not charge application fees) After you have viewed the property, please complete the Application and Referencing Form that will be e-mailed to you at your request. Please note that the referees you provide will be contacted by the Company that undertakes our referencing work.

INGOING PAYMENTS DUE FROM NEW TENANTS: The successful Applicant will be required to sign an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement. Prior to keys being handed over you will be required to make the following payments: -

RENT: (THE FIRST MONTH'S RENT DUE IN ADVANCE) First month's rent due prior to commencement of the Tenancy. Rent is per calendar month and is due monthly in advance by Standing Order.

DEPOSIT: (RETURNABLE AT END OF TENANCY SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS) A Tenant's Damage Deposit will be due prior to the commencement of the Tenancy. This will be held by the Landlord/Agent and registered with an approved Scheme. The Deposit will be returned to the Tenant at the end of the Tenancy, subject to conditions being fulfilled. The Tenant and Landlord will each be issued with a Deposit Protection Certificate and an Information Leaflet explaining the Deposit Scheme, as required by Law.

VIEWING: Strictly and only by prior appointment with the Sole Letting Agents:

Lodge and Thomas, 58 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2PY.

For further information, please contact:
Mr. Ross Collins BSc (Hons), MRICS, FAAV
For Lodge and Thomas

About Lodge & Thomas We are a long-established firm of Chartered Surveyors, Auctioneers, Valuers & Estate Agents. Based in the City of Truro, we offer professional services across the whole of Cornwall. • RICS Professional Services and Valuations inc. valuations for mortgages and secured lending, tax, probate and Inheritance Tax purposes as well as Agricultural Tenancies, Utility Compensation Claims. • Estate Agents specialising in farm agency and land; smallholdings and equestrian; residential and waterside homes and commercial property. • Cornwall’s leading Auctioneers with Truro Livestock Market every Wednesday • Farm and Machinery Auctions as well as bankruptcy and liquidation sales. • Antiques, Fine Art, Silver & Jewellery and General Furniture Auctions at the Truro Sale Room. Our Truro Office is conveniently located in the City centre at 58 Lemon Street. Truro Livestock Market is held every Wednesday and is one of the foremost livestock markets in the West Country selling all classes of cattle and sheep. We hold monthly General Household and Furniture Sales and regular “Live and On-Line” Antiques & Fine Art Sales. Property Negotiators Adam Beverley-Jones BSc Rural Est. Man. Experienced in selling all types of property including residential, farms and smallholdings, commercial freeholds, plots and land having worked throughout Cornwall and South Wales. Paul Thomas - Based in Truro, Paul has over 40 years of experience in selling all types of residential property throughout Cornwall and west Devon. Lauren Symons - Over a decade’s worth of experience in estate agency across Cornwall, with a special interest in equestrian properties and smallholdings. Partners Andrew Body BSc MRICS - Property sales of all types specialising in farms and land, valuations, bankruptcy and insolvency work, compensation, live and deadstock auctioneering. Bob Mosley MRICS FAAV - Live and deadstock auctioneering, valuations, tenancies, Basic Payment Scheme and rural schemes etc. Ross Collins BSc (Hons) MRICS FAAV - Rural Practice Chartered Surveyor and Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers. Over 15 years’ experience undertaking valuations, planning, Landlord & Tenant advice, Estate Management, compensation claims, BPS etc. Sheep Auctioneer at Truro Livestock Market. Manager of the Lettings Department. Ed Harris BSc (Hons) MRICS - Rural Practice Chartered Surveyor, specialising in professional Valuations of land and farms. Landlord & Tenant matters, Basic Payment and Environmental Schemes, Planning Applications. Sheep Auctioneer at Truro Livestock Market. Rural Practice Surveyors & Estate Management Andrew Body, Bob Mosley, Ross Collins, Ed Harris (as above) Nathan Osborne BSc (Hons) RICS FAAV - Graduated from the Royal Agricultural University with a BSc (Hons) degree in Rural Land Management, assisting with general agricultural professional work and auctions. Tom Hannis BSc (Hons) MSc - Tom completed his MSc in Rural Estate Management at The Royal Agricultural University in 2020. Currently continuing his Chartered Surveyor training. Assists with general rural professional work, specialises in rural planning. Will Biddick BSc (Hons) - Will graduated from the Royal Agricultural University with a BSc (Hons) degree in Rural Land Management. Will is actively involved within the auctions team, and assists the Partners with rural professional work whilst undertaking his professional examinations under the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and Central Association of Agricultural Valuers. Truro Sale Room Guy Haskell - Guy joined the Fine Art and Antiques division of Lodge and Thomas in Autumn 2022. He trained at the London College of Furniture and after completion of a course studying furniture history and conservation joined Sotheby’s country saleroom, working in a variety of departments. Subsequently joined Phillips, which eventually merged with Bonhams, working as a General Valuer within their regional network of salerooms. Guy moved to Cornwall in 2017 to join a regional auction house. He has a particular interest in the Art and Crafts movement with a focus on the Costwold School of craftsmen. Shaun Preece - Manager and Auctioneer of the General Household & Furnishings department of the Truro Sale Room and Auctioneer for Poultry and Machinery Sales. Melanie Esdale - Melanie has over 10 years of saleroom experience, encompassing cataloguing, saleroom management, customer relations and administration. Additionally, a further 16 years in film production, working internationally with many blue chip companies that solidifies her skill in business relations. Sam Phillips - Sam is a key part of the Truro Saleroom team and holds the position of Saleroom assistant & media technician. Samuel has had a life-long interest in the antiques and fine art industry and enjoys developing his knowledge within our specialist sales department.

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